Málaga, Andalucía, Spain as a Wine Region
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The most popular red varieties of Spain include Tempranillo and Garnacha (Grenache). Whites don't garner quite as much recognition, but there are some regional varieties not to be missed, like Albarino and Verdejo. The popular red regions of Spain include Rioja, known for its outstanding wines of the Tempranillo grape; Ribera del Duero, producing high quality reds from Tempranillo and Garnacha; Galacia, with the sub-region of Rias Baixas, home to the deliciously crisp and floral Albarino grape; and Priorat, a region increasing in popularity with its high-quality cult reds. Other regions of note are Rueda, growing the Verdejo grape, La Mancha, a wide desert region, covered in the most planted white variety in the world, Airen, and Jumilla, making wines based on Monestrell (Mourvedre).
Spain's wine laws are based on the Denominacion de Origen (DO) classification system, devised in the 1930's. A four tiered system, the most basic level is Vina de Mesa (table wine) followed by Vino de la Tierra (country wine), DO and at the top DOC. Currently, only Rioja and Priorat have DOC status, while over 55 Dos scatter the country.
Most DO regions are classified and regulated by how long they age the wines. On a red wine label, one may find the terms Crianza, Reserva or Gran Reserva, denoting the wine's barrel and bottle time. Crianza is usually two years between barrel and bottle (the time in each depends on the DO and/or the winemaker), Reserva up to 4 years and Gran Reserva 5 – 6 years. Classifications of each region and wine are controlled by the region's Consejo Regulador. Other regions of Spain include: La Mancha Home of most of the Airen grapes planted as well as Don Quioxte, La Mancha is a vast desert-like area of flat land and penetrating sun. Sherry The Sherry region is located near Spain’s southernmost point along the coast. Sherry produces white varietals used to make the fortified wines from which it received its namesake such as Palomino, Palomino Fino, Palomino de Jerez, Pedro Ximenez and Moscatel. Penedés The Penedés wine region is located in the province of Barcelona, along the eastern coast of Spain. The Penedés wine region consists of 185 vineyards. Penedes is home to Spain’s sparkling wine, Cava, and also produces Garnacha, Merlot, Tempranillo, Pinot Noir, Monastrell, Carignane, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah (reds), as well as Macabeo (Viura), Parellada, Chardonnay, Riesling, Gewurtztraminer, Chenin Blanc and Moscatel de Alejandria. Yecla Located in southeastern Spain, Yecla is situated in the province of Murica. Neighboring the Jumilla region, Yecla is one of Spain’s smallest wine regions. Common red varietals include Monastrell, Garnacha Tinta, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cencibel, Merlot, Tintorera and Syrah. White varietals include Merseguera, Airen, Macabeo, Malvasia and Chardonnay.
Spain as a Wine Country
Capital: Madrid
Currency: Euro
Shop our most popular wine from Spain
Shop our top rated wine from Spain The third largest country in production, Spain ranks first in land under vine. Diversity and innovation are the key factors bringing Spain back into the world wine market.
The most popular red varieties of Spain include Tempranillo and Garnacha (Grenache). Whites don't garner quite as much recognition, but there are some regional varieties not to be missed, like Albarino and Verdejo. The popular red regions of Spain include Rioja, known for its outstanding wines of the Tempranillo grape; Ribera del Duero, producing high quality reds from Tempranillo and Garnacha; Galacia, with the sub-region of Rias Baixas, home to the deliciously crisp and floral Albarino grape; and Priorat, a region increasing in popularity with its high-quality cult reds. Other regions of note are Rueda, growing the Verdejo grape, La Mancha, a wide desert region, covered in the most planted white variety in the world, Airen, and Jumilla, making wines based on Monastrell (Mourvedre).
Spain's wine laws are based on the Denominacion de Origen (DO) classification system, devised in the 1930's. A four tiered system, the most basic level is Vina de Mesa (table wine) followed by Vino de la Tierra (country wine), DO and at the top DOC. Currently, only Rioja and Priorat have DOC status, while over 65 DO's scatter the country.
Most DO regions are classified and regulated by how long they age the wines. On a red wine label, one may find the terms Crianza, Reserva or Gran Reserva, denoting the wine's barrel and bottle time. Crianza is usually two years between barrel and bottle (the time in each depends on the DO and/or the winemaker), Reserva up to 4 years and Gran Reserva 5 – 6 years. Classifications of each region and wine are controlled by the region's Consejo Regulador.
Wineries in Malaga
| Winery |
|---|
| Jorge Ordoñez Winery in Málaga, Andalucía, Spain |
| Kedem Winery in Málaga, Andalucía, Spain |
| Telmo Rodriguez Winery in Málaga, Andalucía, Spain |
| Telmo Rodríguez Winery in Málaga, Andalucía, Spain |
Wines from Malaga Region
| Wine | £ |
|---|---|
| 2005 Molino Real, 50cl, Mountain Malaga, Telmo Rodriguez A truely stunning dessert wine with hugely complex flavours. Although sweet, it's not .. | 29.00 |
| 2007 MR Moscatel,Telmo Rodriguez, Mountain Malaga 50cl Inspired by wine writer Hugh Johnson's comment that one of the greatest wines he'd.. | 13.00 |
| 2008 MR Moscatel,Telmo Rodriguez,Mountain Malaga 50cl Inspired by wine writer Hugh Johnson's comment that one of the greatest wines he'd ever tr.. | 12.99 |
| 2006 Molino Real, Mountain Malaga, Telmo Rodriguez Although sweet, it's not at all cloying, and the finish is fresh, clean and delicious. Rec.. | 28.99 |
| 2006 Molino Real, Mountain Malaga, Telmo Rodriguez, 50cl A truely stunning dessert wine with hugely complex flavours. Although sweet, it's not at a.. | 26.99 |
| Fino CB, Bodegas Alvear, Montilla Montilla-Moriles is an area of Andalucian wine production that has, in recent years, fall.. | 9.99 |
| 2009 Marques de la Sierra Blanco, Montilla Morilles Montilla-Moriles is an area of Andalucian wine production that has, in recent years, falle.. | 7.29 |
| Vinagre de Pedreo Ximenez Secco 'Solera del Capataz' Alvear Montilla-Moriles is an area of Andalucian wine production that has, in recent years, fall.. | 6.50 |
| 2009 Mountain Moscatel Secco, Malaga, Telmo Rodriguez Inspired by wine writer Hugh Johnson's comment that one of the greatest wines he'd ever tr.. | 12.99 |
Hotels on map
| Hotel | £ |
|---|---|
| PLAYABONITA HOTEL Hotel placed right to of the beach of Torremuelle . 336 rooms All the rooms with sea vi.. | 185.00 |
| HOTEL TORREQUEBRADA Ideally situated on the coast, only 12 kms from Malaga International airport, the Torre.. | 83.00 |
| FLATOTEL INTERNATIONAL FLATOTEL is located in the heart of the Costa del Sol.Its situation, besides Torrequebr.. | 49.00 |
| Sunset Beach Club Hotel Located on the beachfront at Benalmadena Costa, and only 20 minutes from Malaga interna.. | 65.00 |
| Hotel-Apartamento Vista de Rey IN THE HEART OF THE COSTA DEL SOL, YOU CAN FIND THE HOTEL-APARTAMENTS VISTA DE REY, SUR.. | 37.00 |
| Los Patos The attractive hotel comprises a total of 270 rooms spread over 10 floors, totally reno.. | 39.00 |
| Benalmadena Palace With fantastic views from its hillside setting accross the coastline, Benalmdena Palace.. | 55.00 |
| BETANIA Inaugurated in 2006, this home environment hotel is situated in a modern building. It h.. | 27.00 |
| Aparthotel Sunny Beach APARTOTEL situated in Benalmadena Costa, the best area of the Costa del Sol, in front o.. | 26.00 |
| Apartamentos BENAL BEACH Located 300 m from the beach and 2 km from the Benalmdena Marina Sports Harbour, this a.. | 32.00 |
| HOTEL LA FONDA The hotel is located close to the main square of one of the most beautiful villages in .. | 51.00 |
| Hotel El Escudo de Mijas The rural Hotel EL Escudo de Mijas, offers visitors comfortable and high quality accomm.. | 46.00 |
| Apartamentos Doramar .. | 31.00 |
| Macdonald La Ermita Club La Ermita is set just below the lovely White Village of Mijas, perched high on a hill s.. | .00 |
| APARTAMENTOS LA HACIENDA La Hacienda Apartments are located in Benalmadena village, one of the most beautiful an.. | 43.00 |
| Minerva Jupiter Built in 1984, this apartment complex has been regularly renovated and comprises four w.. | 25.00 |
| BEST SIROCO Built in 1962, this hotel was renovated in 2002 and offers a total of 398 rooms. With 5.. | 53.00 |
| BEST TRITON Built in 1961 and renovated in 1998, the hotel offers a total of 9 floors in its main b.. | 59.00 |
| APARTAMENTOS LA FONDA FULLY EQUIPPED APARTMENTS FOR YOUR COMFORT AND RELAX: SATELLITE TV, ELECTRIC KITCHEN, O.. | 27.00 |
| Hotel La Plazoleta Plazoleta hotel is a small hotel with charm located in the centre of Benalmdena, one of.. | 14.00 |
| HOTEL LAS ARENAS With its fantastic weather, Benalmadena area has a special charm, special atmosphere an.. | 49.00 |
| ALAY Located in Pueto Marina, just 100 metres from beach. Confortable hotel with swimming po.. | 62.00 |
| Apartamentos Jardines del Gamonal In the very heart of Arroyo de la Miel(train, buses, supermarkets, shops, restaurants a.. | 35.00 |
| Complejo Los Pintores This hotel is includes an 8-storey main building and an additional 8-storey annexe bloc.. | 51.00 |
| H10 PALMASOL Located in the heart of Benalmdena, opposite Puerto Marina and just 250m from the beach.. | 41.00 |
| HOSTAL SERRAMAR The hostal is placed in Benalmadenas down-town, next to the beach (1300m) and next to t.. | 18.00 |
| Hotel BALI It is situated at Benalmdena-Costa just 250 metres from the beach and is close to the f.. | 40.00 |
| Apartamentos Don Gustavo Fully furnished and equipped apartments, of two or three bedrooms, lounge, bathrooms, k.. | 134.00 |
| HOSTAL SOL Y MIEL The Hostel:The Hostel Sol y Miel is situated in the centre of Benalmdena (Malaga), only.. | 27.00 |
| Casa Vista Bungalows, Villa La Jamisa Private Spanish villa surrounded by a lovely Mediterranean garden with pool, palm-, lem.. | 54.00 |
| Casa La Jamisa Private Spanish villa surrounded by a lovely Mediterranean garden with pool, palm-, lem.. | 36.00 |
| La Barracuda Hotel, three stars, right on the beach, ideally situated in the Montemar area, in Torre.. | 38.00 |
| Medplaya Hotel Pez Espada The Pez Espada is a historic four-star hotel offering a perfect combination of a relaxi.. | 50.00 |
| Hotel La Luna Blanca In Torremolinos at the Costa del Sol the first Japanese style hotel on the coast has be.. | 92.00 |
| Marina Sur The hotel enjoys all the comforts with modern facilities. It has 100 rooms, outdoor swi.. | 51.00 |
| Hotel Carmen Teresa Our family run hotel is well located in the residential area Montemar, just 250 metr fr.. | 32.00 |
| Hotel Roc Lago Rojo In the very heart of the Costa del Sol, the Hotel Roc Lago Rojo is located in La Carihu.. | 38.00 |
| Hotel Kris Princesa The KRIS Princesa Hotel is a 4 star establishment, totally refurbished in 2004 and boas.. | 46.00 |
| Hotel Royal Al-Andalus Location: 2 minutes from the beach, 700 m from the centre of Torremolinos, 15 km from t.. | 45.00 |
| Sol Aloha Puerto The Sol Aloha Puerto hotel is located right alongside the sea, on the new promenade, ju.. | 82.00 |
| Hotel Las Palomas Nice 4 star hotel in the best area of Torremolinos, the Carihuela, walk distance to sho.. | 36.00 |
| Sol Principe Located alongside Playamar Beach, comprising the Sol Prncipe Hotel with 623 rooms in th.. | 61.00 |
| Hotel Tropicana Tropicana hotel has become a small paradise where you can enjoy some days of rest away .. | 46.00 |
| Meliá Costa del Sol The Meli Costa del Sol hotel is situated on the priviledged landmark of Playa de Bajond.. | 64.00 |
| TORREMOLINOS BEACH CLUB The Beach Club Torremolinos Hotel, located next to the beach and just 5 kms from Mlaga .. | 74.00 |
| APARTAMENTOS BAJONDILLO Studios (2 PAX): Lovely apartments right in front of the beach, all with sea views and .. | 40.00 |
| Hotel Roc Flamingo Situated in the comercial centre of Torremolinos and at only 10 minutes from the beach .. | 30.00 |
| Fenix This hotel has 125 rooms, including 4 junior Suites and 1 Royal Suite, with the highest.. | 40.00 |
| N CH KOSHER HOTEL We are located in the heart of Torremolinos (Mlaga), in the center of the shoppping and.. | 26.00 |
| Gran Hotel Cervantes Next to the shopping area of Torremolinos, overlooking the sea and at a seven-minute wa.. | 63.00 |
| Hotel Griego Mar Ideally situated in a quiet area only a few meters from the center of Torremolinos and .. | 40.00 |
| Medina Azahara (Complejo Califa I-II) Medina Azahara resort comproses three stars hotels Califa I and Califa II. Located in T.. | 58.00 |
| Hotel Adriano Hotel Adriano is a small hotel with a family style, located in the centre of Torremolin.. | 37.00 |
| Hotel Tarik The hotel has an ample sized garden surrounding a large swimming pool, with free sun be.. | 55.00 |
| Hotel Isabel Hotel Isabel is a luxurious 4 star Hotel located right in front of the beach, in the mi.. | 52.00 |
| HOTEL PARASOL GARDEN Just 100 m from the beach, 1.000 m from the center and 200 m from shopping area, it has.. | 34.00 |
| PUENTE REAL The Hotel Puente Reals beachfront location in Torremolinos, on Spains Costa del Sol, al.. | 156.00 |
| Los Alamos This hotel has 122 rooms divided in 109 doubles rooms with wonderful views, 7 double ro.. | 51.00 |
| Hotel Royal Costa Only a few steps away from the beach, in a residential area quite near of Malaga and To.. | 36.00 |
| Parador de Málaga Golf Sea, golf, fried fish and other Andalusian specialties are combined in this hotel which.. | 92.00 |
| HOTEL CORTIJO CHICO Hotel Cortijo Chico is placed in the Valley of Guadalhorce. It has been recently built .. | 73.00 |
| Tryp Guadalmar The Tryp Guadalmar hotel is placed right alongside of the beach, facing the sea. Just i.. | 44.00 |
| Malaga Hotel Picasso The Malaga Hotel Picasso, on Guadalmar Beach, situated just at three kilometres from Ma.. | 54.00 |
| Holiday Inn Express Malaga Airport Welcome to the Brand new Holiday Inn Express Mlaga Airport, a comfortable and modern es.. | 53.00 |
| Sol Andalusi Health & Spa Resort Sol Andalus Health and Spa Resort, located in the Guadalhorce Valley with 130.000 m2 of.. | 53.00 |
| Los Limoneros Studio This delightful, countryside based self-contained studio boasts an idyllic location wit.. | 32.00 |
| Novotel Malaga Aeropuerto Novotel Malaga Aeropuerto is a recently built 4 star hotel located just 3 km from Malag.. | 59.00 |
| VINCCI MALAGA The Vincci Malaga is a modern, recently-built, exquisitely decorated hotel featuring Vi.. | 59.00 |
| Residencia Universitaria Guadalmar NEW BED and BREAKFAST FOR YOUNG PEOPLE. WE SITUATED TO 15 WALKING OF THE NEW TRAIN STAT.. | 23.00 |
| Hotel Silken Puerta Malaga The Hotel Puerta Mlaga reflects the light and beauty of the Mediterranean that floods i.. | 58.00 |
| MONTE MÁLAGA Four star luxury hotel, situated in the heart of the capital of the COSTA DEL SOL, a ci.. | 74.00 |
| Barcelo Malaga This city hotel offers the perfect combination for work and pleasure. It is one of the .. | 60.00 |
| Hotel Goartin Hotel Goartn is a modern and nice familiar hotel of new construction 2008.It has a tota.. | 74.00 |
| HOTEL EUROSTARS ASTORIA Hotel opened in September 2002 with the Quality Certificate Q. The hotel is based in th.. | 50.00 |
| ELIMAR The Hotel Elimar is situated in the frontbeach promenade, in the quietest area of the o.. | 35.00 |
| Tryp Alameda Opened in 1999, the Tryp Alameda 4 hotel is strategically located close to the harbor, .. | 44.00 |
| Hotel Alameda Málaga CITY CENTER, excellently situated between street Larios, Alameda Principal and Port. Gr.. | 35.00 |
| Hotel Castilla Guerrero Hotel Castilla Guerrero is excellently situated in Mlaga center, between Street Larios .. | 37.00 |
| BH Hotel Atarazanas In the heart of the city, conveniently situated in Mlagas old quarter, next to Atarazan.. | 43.00 |
| Ntra. Sra. de la Victoria This tourist establishment is located in one of the villages of fishermen of Costa del .. | 51.00 |
| HOTEL DON CURRO The Don Curro is a family Hotel, with great prestige in Malaga. New generation and cont.. | 54.00 |
| Apartamentos Añoreta Located in a beautiful area of the Axarqua, the Oriental Costa del Sol. Close to the be.. | 88.00 |
| MOLINA LARIO Located in front of the Cathedral of Mlaga, in the comercial and cultural center of the.. | 84.00 |
| AC Málaga Palacio Urban 4-star hotel with 214 rooms. Its unbeatable location between the Mlaga cathedral .. | 99.00 |
| MS MAESTRANZA Our hotel was fully refurbished in 2005, has impressive panoramic views of Malaga and i.. | 78.00 |
| Petit Palace Plaza Welcome to Petit Palace Plaza the only hotel located in the historic city centre corner.. | 59.00 |
| Hotel Malaga Centro This is a newly constructed establishment located 300m. from the historical centre of M.. | 55.00 |
| Hotel Los Naranjos Hotel Los Naranjos is one of the historic hotels in Malaga, with more than 30 years in .. | 46.00 |
| Parador de Málaga Gibralfaro The hotel towers high, surrounded by pine trees on Mount Gibralfaro and facing the Alca.. | 92.00 |
| Hostal Domus Set just off the beach, this charming, colourful hotel is ideal for young travellers vi.. | 26.00 |
| Hotel Del Pintor Opened in 2005, the Hotel del Pintor is the kind of small urban hotels that combine des.. | 51.00 |
| Hotel kris Tribuna The KRIS Tribuna Hotel is a modern establishment situated in the heart of the historica.. | 46.00 |
| Hotel Monte Victoria The Hotel Monte Victoria is situated in the center of Malaga, very close to del Santuar.. | 55.00 |
| POSADAS DE ESPAÑA MALAGA Posadas de Espaa Mlaga is located in one of Spains most advanced technological parks, P.. | 55.00 |
| Zenit Malaga It was integrally renewed in the 2002, the Hotel Zenit Malaga has become a comfortable .. | 40.00 |
| Casas Rurales Los Aperos The Aperos one is 2 rural houses of 2 to 4 people each.Totally INDEPENDENT, of new cons.. | 46.00 |
| Casas Rurales Santos Casas Rurales Santos are Located in a Rural Complex of 3 apartments, on the ground floo.. | 27.00 |
| NH Malaga Situated in the historic and commercial centre of Malaga, next to the Puente de la Espe.. | 75.00 |
| Cortijo la Reina The Cortijo La Reina Hotel is part of a 150,000 m2 land, located in the Montes de Malag.. | 46.00 |
| Casa Rural Zenaida House of new construction, made with all the details and comforts, so that the visitor .. | 60.00 |
| RESIDENCIA UNIV JACINTO BENAVENTE We are a students - guest House that has 70 rooms, 11 with the bath ensuite and the res.. | 19.00 |
| Hotel Humaina*** Forget about your daily stresses at the Hotel Humaina, an environmentally friendly hote.. | 49.00 |
| Las Viñas .. | 49.00 |
| Casa Rural El Mirador del Abuelo The house the Viewpoint of the Grandfathers is a precious rural house of recent constru.. | 119.00 |
